SWITZERLAND TRAIN TRAVEL FOR 1ST TIMERS | How to Take Trains in Switzerland (Step by Step!)

Train travel in Switzerland made simple 👀 Here is a comprehensive guide to travelling Switzerland by train for first timers! NOTE: many of the links below are affiliate links which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases. For more info on what this means, check out my website privacy policy and disclosure: https://happytowander.com/privacy/ [Ad] Try Airalo here & use the code HAPPY3 for a discount! https://try.airalo.com/happytowander AIRALO SET-UP TUTORIAL:    • eSIMS 101: How to Set Up an Airalo eSIM on...   0:00 Introduction 0:47 A Brief Overview of the Swiss Train System 2:23 Types of Trains in Switzerland 3:19 Step 1: Deciding if Swiss Trains Make Sense for Your Trip 4:01 Step 2: Buy Train Tickets/Passes 4:17 The AMAZING Feature That Makes Buying Tickets Simple 6:00 The Main Decisions When Buying Train Tickets in Switzerland 6:21 Point to Point Tickets vs Passes 12:14 First vs Second Class Tickets in Switzerland 13:07 Where to Buy Tickets 14:58 Buying Tickets Online Step by Step Tutorial/Demo 17:15 Buying Tickets in-Person on a Machine Step by Step Tutorial/Demo 20:04 Reserved vs Unreserved Seats (Important) 21:37 Extra Tips for Saving Money on Tickets (and a Hack to Get Trips for FREE) 22:40 Step 3: Buy Snacks 23:42 Step 4: Arrive at the Station 27:38 Step 5: Get to the Platform 28:13 Step 6: Find Your Carriage 30:31 Step 7: Find Your Seat 31:42 Step 8: Get Comfortable and Enjoy! 32:36 Step 9: Disembark HELPFUL LINKS ➡️ My pass math helper spreadsheet: https://happytowander.com/Pass-Spread... ➡️ Official SBB website: https://www.sbb.ch/en ➡️ Another official ticket sales point run by SBB: https://www.swissrailways.com/ ➡️ SBB Mobile app: https://www.sbb.ch/en/travel-informat... ➡️ Most scenic train rides in Switzerland: https://happytowander.com/swiss-train... ➡️ Bernina Express guide: https://happytowander.com/bernina-exp... ➡️ Glacier Express guide: https://happytowander.com/glacier-exp... ➡️ Glacier Express 1st class review: https://happytowander.com/glacier-exp... MORE SWITZERLAND VIDEOS ➡️    • SWITZERLAND TRAVEL TIPS FOR 1ST TIMERS | 3...   ➡️    • Switzerland's Most MAGICAL Christmas Desti...   SEND ME A POSTCARD!! The uglier the better :) Happy to Wander Media Inc. Unit 250 - 997 Seymour St. Vancouver, BC, Canada V6B 3M1 TOP LINKS ➡️ Written version of this guide w/ more details: https://happytowander.com/how-to-take... ➡️ Follow me on Instagram & tell me YouTube sent you:   / happytowander   ➡️ My blog with MANY more written guides: https://happytowander.com/ ➡️ My YouTube channel ALL about packing:    / @happytopackit   ➡️ Amazon storefront w/ my fave products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/happytowa... ➡️ A book I wrote for your parents!!! (or you, possibly) https://amzn.to/40MkDoh ➡️ My VIP zone w/ free packing lists, maps, etc: https://happytowander.com/vip-zone MY TOP RECOMMENDED GEAR ➡️ My Camera {Paid Link}: https://amzn.to/3MhZ0VQ ➡️ My Favourite Regular Packing Cubes {Paid Link}: https://amzn.to/45OdSlI ➡️ My Favourite Compression Packing Cubes {Paid Link}: https://amzn.to/3MbIiYs ➡️ My Favourite Noise Cancelling Headphones {Paid Link}: https://amzn.to/46J6cTg ➡️ My White, More Elegant Carry-On {Paid Link}: https://amzn.to/3uS6lpU ➡️ My Black, More Minimalist Carry-On {Paid Link}: https://amzn.to/478ROnf ➡️ My Pretty Re-Usable Toiletry Bottles {Paid Link}: https://amzn.to/3SeqaAJ ➡️ My Amazing E-Reader That Links to the Library for FREE Books {Paid Link}: https://amzn.to/3Mgfca2 OTHER TRAVEL RESOURCES ➡️ My favourite travel credit card - Wise: {Referral Link} https://happytowander.com/Wise ➡️ My go-to eSIM {Affiliate Link} - Use the code CHRIST99027 for $3 off: https://happytowander.com/Airalo ➡️ Where I search hotels {Paid Link}: https://www.booking.com/index.html?ai... ➡️ Where I compare/book transport {Paid Link}: https://happytowander.com/omio ➡️ My go-to travel insurance {Paid Link}: https://happytowander.com/WorldNomads ➡️ Where I book activities/tours {Paid Link}: https://happytowander.com/GetYourGuide ➡️ My go-to for fun unique activities: https://fever.pxf.io/zzxKWe ➡️ Where I find rental cars {Paid Link}: https://happytowander.com/DiscoverCars ➡️ My go-to for travel-themed experience gifts: https://happytowander.com/tinggly Need some help navigating Switzerland's train system step by step? This video covers a wide range of Swiss train travel must-knows with tourists in mind, including understanding the types of trains and train operators in Switzerland, how to buy tickets and get the best deal on Swiss train tickets, how to navigate Swiss train stations like a pro, and common mistakes that tourists need to avoid when relying on rail transport in Switzerland.